Resumes and CVs

Resumes and CVs are documents that summarize and highlight education, experiences, and activities relevant to career goals. A well-constructed resume documents skills and helps convince an employer about skills and qualifications for the job or internship. A CV documents graduate research and teaching experience as well as publications and presentations. The resume or CV usually is the gateway to an interview.

Resumes should be:

One page to impress prospective employers with what you have learned and accomplished while at UNC, although graduate students resumes may be longer.

A targeted document that helps employers clearly see the value you will bring to the organization.

Updated every semester.

A CV is similar to a resume because it provides an overview of professional and educational experience. The difference between the two primarily lies in content and purpose. A CV is more appropriate for graduate students applying for teaching and research positions.

See the Related Files for guidelines, templates and calculating a combined GPA for transfer students.

To ensure your resume or CV is on target get it reviewed by scheduling an appointment with a counselor or coming in during walk in hours Monday-Friday 1-4pm.